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Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum
Mentorship and other resources for entrepreneurs
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Indigenous women and gender-diverse people can get support in business, management, and entrepreneurship skills from peer mentorship and business resources.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Participation in peer mentorship and navigation programs to enhance business, management, and entrepreneurship skills.
- Accessing business resources and support networks dedicated to Indigenous women and gender-diverse entrepreneurs.
- Engagement in skill-building activities for strengthening entrepreneurial capacity.
- Networking with other Indigenous entrepreneurs through organized conferences and ongoing community initiatives.
Sources and recorded changes
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Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses and entrepreneurial ventures led by Indigenous women
- Businesses and entrepreneurial ventures led by gender-diverse Indigenous people
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
How to apply
- Step 1: Access the Application Form
- Visit the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) website.
- Locate the #BeTheDrum Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program section.
- Click on the "Application In English" button to access the online intake form.
- Step 2: Complete the Online Intake Form
- Fill out all required fields in the intake form with accurate information.
- Provide details about your background, business interests, and relevant personal or professional information as requested.
- Step 3: Submit the Application
- Review your information for completeness and accuracy.
- Submit the completed intake form online through the NWAC website.
- Step 4: Seek Additional Support (Optional)
- If you require assistance with the application process, contact one of the program's mentors for support.
Additional information
- The #BeTheDrum program offers peer mentorship to support ongoing entrepreneurial development.
- Participants gain access to a range of business resources and networking opportunities through program features such as the Women's Business Directory and "Entrepreneur of the Month" recognition.
- The program is made possible through financial support from the Government of Canada.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum Program
What is the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum?
Indigenous women and gender-diverse people can get support in business, management, and entrepreneurship skills from peer mentorship and business resources.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum program?
To be eligible for the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum program, you must:
Open to Indigenous women entrepreneurs
Open to gender-diverse Indigenous individuals in business
Who can I contact for more information about the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum?
You can contact Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC).
Where is the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum available?
The Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum program is available across Canada.
Is the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum?
Entrepreneurial Outreach and Navigation Program — #BeTheDrum is funded by Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC)